Not Jeans–This Cool Girl Trouser Trend Is Comfortable Enough For a Heatwave

I give in—it's too hot for jeans. And if you're anything like me—not particularly drawn to skirts or dresses—you may have found yourself facing a bit of a styling dilemma as temperatures continue to climb.

With the arrival of the heatwave, my Pinterest screen time has risen almost as quickly as the mercury, all in the name of tracking down wearable warm-weather outfit inspiration. After scrolling through endless elevated summer looks, I've come to one conclusion: my wardrobe is missing a pair of balloon trousers.

Suddenly, everywhere, these voluminous trousers are defined by their exaggerated shape, which tapers into an elasticated ankle. Reminiscent of the harem trousers that dominated the 2010s and not far off from the bloomer trousers that have been gaining traction over the past few seasons, balloon trousers feel like the natural next step in the evolution of relaxed summer dressing.

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For those who don't naturally gravitate towards skirts and dresses, they're also far easier to elevate than a pair of jeans. Style with flip-flops or ballet flats for a relaxed take, or swap in heeled sandals or slingbacks and add a sleek blouse or sleeveless top, and you have a polished outfit that works for all kinds of summer events.

Whilst the trend may feel fresh for 2025, brands have already perfected their interpretations. From Free People to Marks & Spencer, scroll on to shop my edit of the best balloon trousers below.

Shop Balloon Trousers:

Free People

Playa Party Balloon Pants

These also come in nine other shades.

Marks & Spencer

Balloon Trousers

These come in four different leg lengths, so you can find your perfect fit.

Arket

Balloon Cotton Trousers

The cotton composition ensures a light and breathable finish.

Mango

Elastic Waist Harem Pants

Whilst I love these in the dark mushroom shade, they also come in black.

Topshop

Poplin Balloon Trouser

Add a pop of colour to your summer rotation.

COS

Fluid Cotton Balloon Trousers

COS's trousers have long been a fashion person's favourite.

Aligne

Meryl Balloon Trouser

This light pink shade is so easy to slot into a summer capsule wardrobe.

H&M

Balloon Drawstring Trousers

The chocolate brown colour trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.